Best 7 Pasta Filled Peppers Recipes

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Pasta filled peppers is a versatile and delicious dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. This hearty and comforting meal is made by stuffing bell peppers with a mixture of cooked pasta, cheese, and other ingredients. The peppers are then baked until the filling is hot and bubbly and the peppers are tender. Pasta filled peppers can be made with a variety of different fillings, so you can easily customize them to your own taste. Some popular variations include adding ground beef, sausage, or chicken to the filling, or using different types of pasta, such as macaroni, penne, or rotini. No matter how you choose to make them, pasta filled peppers are sure to be a hit at your next gathering.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

PASTA AND PEPPERS



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This colorful pasta toss is sure to brighten your dinner table. Garlic, basil and a splash of white wine accent the sweet peppers and spiral pasta. For a fun and different look, you can substitute bow tie or medium shell pasta instead.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 25m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

12 ounces uncooked spiral pasta
2 medium sweet red peppers, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
2 medium sweet yellow peppers, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1 tablespoon butter
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1-1/2 cups vegetable broth
2 tablespoons white wine or additional vegetable broth
2 tablespoons minced fresh basil
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large nonstick skillet, saute peppers in butter until crisp-tender. Add garlic; saute 1 minute longer. Combine cornstarch, broth and wine or additional broth until smooth; stir into pepper mixture. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 1-2 minutes or until thickened., Remove from the heat; stir in the basil, salt and pepper. Drain pasta; toss with pepper mixture. Sprinkle with parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 249 calories, Fat 3g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 5mg cholesterol, Sodium 665mg sodium, Carbohydrate 47g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 8g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

PASTA WITH PEPPERS



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Scrumptious and full of flavor, this pasta with peppers makes a terrific vegetarian pasta dish. The slowly cooked peppers mingle with the sweet red onion, the garlic and the savory Kalamata olives. Finish with balsamic vinegar, extra virgin olive and fresh basil. All BIG flavors!

Provided by Katia

Categories     pasta

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 ½ Tbsp Extra virgin olive oil, plus more to drizzle
3-4 medium-sized peppers, cut into slices
1 red onion, cut lenghtwise into wedges
2 garlic cloves, minced
¾ cup (80-90 grams) kalamata olives, pitted
1 Tbsp balsamic vinegar
salt and pepper, to taste
small handfull fresh basil leaves, shredded
parmesan cheese, to serve ((optional))
7 oz (200 grams) pasta (rigatoni, penne, fusilli, spaghetti...)

Steps:

  • Heat the olive oil in a large non-stick pan, then add the sliced peppers, season with fine salt and freshly ground pepper, cover with a lid and cook over medium heat for about 15 minutes. Stir frequently.
  • After 15 minutes stir in the the onion and cook for a further 10 minutes. Add a touch of water if needed.
  • When the onion and the peppers are done, add the olives, the balsamic vinegar and the garlic, give a good stir and cook for about 3 minutes. Taste and adjust the seasoning according to your likings, you might want to add an extra pinch of salt or more black pepper.
  • Meanwhile, bring a pot of salty water to the boil and cook your pasta until al dente, according to the package's directions. Keep in mind to reserve some of the starchy cooking water when you drain the pasta (about ½ cup should be fine).
  • Add the pasta to the pan along with a good drizzle of extra virgin olive oil and some of the pasta cooking water (add it gradually until needed). Addd the basil leaves and toss well until the pasta looks well coated and moist.
  • Divide the pasta with peppers into 4 bowls, garnish with a few extra basil leaves and serve with freshly grated parmesan cheese if you don't keep it vegan. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 329 kcal, Carbohydrate 51 g, Protein 9 g, Fat 10 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 843 mg, Fiber 5 g, Sugar 7 g, ServingSize 1 serving

PASTA-STUFFED BELL PEPPERS



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I've never seen a stuffed pepper that had macaroni in it! This recipe comes from "The Ultimate Cooking Course", 2003.

Provided by WhoKnew

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 1h25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

6 slices bacon, chopped
1 small onion, chopped
1 1/2 cups crushed tomatoes
1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/2 cup macaroni, cooked
1 cup mozzarella cheese, diced
12 black olives, thinly sliced
salt & pepper
6 bell peppers (2 each ( red, yellow, green)
2 tablespoons olive oil

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F Grease shallow 8x8 baking dish & keep ready.
  • Cook bacon until brown & crispy; drain on paper towels. Leave grease in the pan.
  • Add onion to bacon grease & cook until softened; pour off excess fat.
  • Stir in tomatoes & hot pepper flakes. Cook on high until thickened (10 mins).
  • Put pasta in mixing bowl and add bacon, tomato sauce, mozzarella cheese, and olives; toss well to mix; season to taste.
  • Cut stem off of each pepper; reserve "lids". Remove seeds from inside each pepper, and remove white ribs.
  • Divide pasta mixture amongst all peppers. Put "lids" back on. Brush peppers all over with olive oil and set into prepared baking dish.
  • Cover with foil and bake 30 minutes. Remove foil and bake another 20-25 min or until peppers are tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 431.8, Fat 30.4, SaturatedFat 10.1, Cholesterol 45.2, Sodium 793, Carbohydrate 27.7, Fiber 5.5, Sugar 9.2, Protein 14.4

PASTA SALAD-STUFFED PEPPERS



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 25m

Yield 35 to 40

Number Of Ingredients 18

Kosher salt
1/2 cup orzo or anelletti pasta
3 slices serrano ham
2 plum tomatoes, seeded and chopped
1/4 red onion, finely chopped
2 tablespoons capers, drained and rinsed
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
1 clove garlic, minced
Zest of 1/2 lemon, plus 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
1/4 cup grated manchego cheese
1/4 teaspoon fennel seeds
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1/4 cup champagne vinegar
1/4 teaspoon chopped fresh rosemary
1/4 teaspoon chopped fresh oregano
Sea salt
Pinch of red pepper flakes
35 to 40 sweet piquante peppers (such as Peppadews), drained and patted dry

Steps:

  • Bring a medium saucepan of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook as the label directs. Drain and set aside.
  • Meanwhile, fry the ham in a skillet over medium heat, turning, until crisp, 2 to 4 minutes. Drain on paper towels, then crumble.
  • Combine the pasta, tomatoes, red onion, capers, parsley, garlic, lemon zest, cheese and half of the crumbled ham in a bowl.
  • Make the vinaigrette: Toast the fennel seeds in a dry skillet over medium heat, about 2 minutes. Transfer to a cutting board and crush with a skillet. Whisk the olive oil, vinegar, lemon juice, rosemary, oregano, crushed fennel, 1/4 teaspoon sea salt and the red pepper flakes in a bowl. Pour over the pasta mixture and mix until combined.
  • Carefully stuff the pasta salad into the peppers using a small spoon. Top with the remaining crumbled ham.

ROASTED PEPPERS WITH SPAGHETTI STUFFING



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Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Seafood Recipes

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 9

6 bell peppers, preferably a mix of red, orange, and yellow
Coarse salt
8 ounces thin spaghetti
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 anchovy fillets
1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
2 tablespoons capers, rinsed and drained
2 tablespoons red-wine vinegar
Fresh oregano leaves, for serving

Steps:

  • Place bell peppers directly over the flame of a gas-stove burner and roast, turning with tongs, until blackened all over. (Or roast peppers under the broiler.) Transfer to a large bowl, cover with plastic wrap, and let stand 15 minutes. Peel off skins, slice off tops, and remove ribs and seeds.
  • Bring a large pot of water to a boil; add salt. Cook pasta 2 minutes less than instructed on package. Drain.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Heat a large saute pan over medium-high. Swirl in oil to coat, then add anchovies, breaking them up with the back of a spoon until dissolved. Add onion and capers and cook, stirring occasionally, just until onion is softened, about 3 minutes. Pour in vinegar and cook, stirring frequently, until almost evaporated. Add pasta and toss to coat.
  • Generously season cavity of each pepper with salt, then fill with a heaping 1/2 cup pasta mixture, twirling pasta with a fork to fit snugly. Place peppers side by side in a 2-quart oval baking dish. Bake until pasta starts to brown in a few spots, 10 to 15 minutes. Let cool slightly before serving, topped with oregano.

BELL PEPPERS AND PASTA



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This meatless entree is always a hit. In fact, I double it whenever I know I'm going to feed some big eaters, and it still disappears. -Sharon Csuhta of Wadsworth, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 22m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

2-1/4 cups uncooked penne pasta
3/4 cup chopped onion
1 tablespoon olive oil
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 cup chopped sweet red pepper
1 cup chopped green pepper
1/4 cup sliced ripe olives
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/4 cup water
1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions. In a nonstick skillet, saute onion in oil for 1-1/2 minutes. Add garlic; cook 30 seconds longer. Add the sweet peppers; cook and stir for 2-3 minutes or until vegetables are tender. Stir in the olives, oregano, salt and cayenne. Add water; cook and stir until mixture comes to a boil. Drain pasta and stir into skillet. Remove from the heat. Stir in cheese. Serve immediately.,

Nutrition Facts : Calories 274 calories, Fat 9g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 17mg cholesterol, Sodium 434mg sodium, Carbohydrate 40g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 9g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

STUFFED PEPPERS



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Green peppers stuffed with ground beef and rice and topped with a seasoned tomato sauce.

Provided by BDEGER

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Stuffed Main Dish Recipes     Stuffed Bell Pepper Recipes

Time 1h20m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 pound ground beef
½ cup uncooked long grain white rice
1 cup water
6 green bell peppers
2 (8 ounce) cans tomato sauce
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
¼ teaspoon garlic powder
¼ teaspoon onion powder
salt and pepper to taste
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Place the rice and water in a saucepan, and bring to a boil. Reduce heat, cover, and cook 20 minutes. In a skillet over medium heat, cook the beef until evenly browned.
  • Remove and discard the tops, seeds, and membranes of the bell peppers. Arrange peppers in a baking dish with the hollowed sides facing upward. (Slice the bottoms of the peppers if necessary so that they will stand upright.)
  • In a bowl, mix the browned beef, cooked rice, 1 can tomato sauce, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Spoon an equal amount of the mixture into each hollowed pepper. Mix the remaining tomato sauce and Italian seasoning in a bowl, and pour over the stuffed peppers.
  • Bake 1 hour in the preheated oven, basting with sauce every 15 minutes, until the peppers are tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 247.7 calories, Carbohydrate 25.6 g, Cholesterol 45.9 mg, Fat 9.4 g, Fiber 3.5 g, Protein 16 g, SaturatedFat 3.6 g, Sodium 563.6 mg, Sugar 6.3 g

Tips:

  • Choose the right peppers: Bell peppers are the most common type of pepper used for stuffing, but you can also use other varieties such as poblano, Anaheim, or jalapeño peppers. Just be sure to remove the seeds and ribs before stuffing.
  • Cook the rice or grains thoroughly: If you're using rice or grains as a filling, be sure to cook them thoroughly before adding them to the peppers. This will help to prevent the peppers from becoming soggy.
  • Use a variety of fillings: Don't be afraid to get creative with your fillings. You can use anything from ground beef or turkey to vegetables, beans, or cheese.
  • Season the filling well: Be sure to season the filling with plenty of herbs and spices. This will help to give the peppers flavor.
  • Stuff the peppers tightly: When you're stuffing the peppers, be sure to pack the filling in tightly. This will help to prevent the peppers from falling apart.
  • Bake the peppers in a hot oven: Bake the peppers in a hot oven for about 30 minutes, or until the peppers are tender and the filling is cooked through.
  • Serve the peppers with your favorite sauce: Serve the peppers with your favorite sauce, such as tomato sauce, cheese sauce, or sour cream.

Conclusion:

Pasta-stuffed peppers are a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. With so many different variations to choose from, there's sure to be a recipe that everyone will love. So next time you're looking for a new and exciting way to enjoy pasta, give pasta-stuffed peppers a try. You won't be disappointed!

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